University Marketing and Communications
The mission of the Division of University Marketing and Communications is to enhance, amplify and protect the reputation of the University of Houston in order to invite top talent, attract support and advance the University’s mission of offering students nationally competitive opportunities for learning.
UMC Leadership
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Lisa K. Holdeman
Vice Chancellor/Vice President for Marketing and Communications
lkholdeman@uh.edu
713-743-8408 -
Shawn Lindsey
Associate Vice Chancellor/Associate Vice President, Media Relations
selindsey@uh.edu
713-743-5725 -
Patrick Mulligan
Executive Director, Brand Management, Licensing and Trademarks
pjmulligan@uh.edu
713-743-5805 -
Deana Kreitz
Director, Online Marketing & User Experience
dlkreitz@uh.edu
713-743-0565 -
Mike Emery
Executive Director of University Communication
pemery@uh.edu
713-743-7197 -
Flor Saunders
Senior Director
University Marketing and Communication Administration
fsaunder@central.uh.edu
713-743-4866 -
Jason Gregory
Director, Division Business Operations
jgregory2@uh.edu
713-743-1834
Our Goals
- Building connections between the University and its constituents
- Enhancing the image, reputation and visibility of the University
- Fostering public awareness, understanding, trust and appreciation of the University
- Inspiring support (including involvement, advocacy and financial support)
- Instilling pride, preference and ownership of the University
Media Relations
The Media Relations team, which includes social media, tells the story of the University of Houston by highlighting the achievements of the institution and its faculty, staff and students, and collaborates closely with other communications teams throughout UH to share news and information.
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Shawn Lindsey
Associate Vice Chancellor/Associate Vice President, Media Relations
selindsey@uh.edu
713-743-5725 -
Chris Stipes
Senior Director, Media Relations
cdstipes@uh.edu
713-743-8186 -
Laurie Fickman
Senior Media Relations Specialist
lafickman@uh.edu
713-743-8454 -
Rebeca Hawley
Senior Media Relations Specialist
rtrejo3@uh.edu
713-743-6773 -
Rashda Khan
Assistant Director of Media Relations
rkhan20@uh.edu
713-743-7587 -
Bryan Luhn
Assistant Director of Media Relations
jbluhn@central.uh.edu
713-743-0954 -
Natasha Saad
Communications Coordinator
nsaad@uh.edu
713-743-1923 -
Sally Strong
Media Relations Rep
sstrong@uh.edu
713-743-1530
Latest News
President Khator Talks TUF, Research at Texas Tribune Festival
UH System Chancellor and UH President Renu Khator was among the thought leaders featured at the 2023 Texas Tribune Festival in Austin.
UH Researcher on Team Developing Sense-and-Respond Cancer Implant Technology
Federally funded research project could slash US cancer deaths by half. Dr. Weiyi Peng, assistant professor of biology and biochemistry, is co-principal investigator and one of three group leaders of the project.
U.S. Department of Defense Awards $63.5M Contract to University of Houston to Revolutionize Army Decision-Making
The largest contract ever awarded to the University of Houston has come from the U.S. Department of Defense for $63.5M. UH will help revolutionize U.S. Army decision-making and develop new technologies for future battlefields.
UH Campus Receives Turkey Day Classic Texas Historical Marker
For nearly two decades on Thanksgiving Day from 1946-1966, the University of Houston campus site that is now TDECU Stadium hosted the Turkey Day Classic football game between Phillis Wheatley High School and Jack Yates High School. Recognizing the impact the annual tradition had on Houston, the Harris County Historical Commission unveiled an official state historical marker at the site.
Celebrating 100 Years of Stories at the University of Houston
UH’s Center for Public History and UH Libraries present the “Agents of Change” exhibit and launch the newest version of Houston History magazine to celebrate UH’s decades of impact on Houston over the last 100 years. The exhibit opening and magazine launch event will take place on Wednesday, Sept. 27, 2023, from 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Elizabeth D. Rockwell Pavilion at UH’s MD Anderson Library.
Houston Athletics and Memorial Hermann Launch New Chapter
The University of Houston Athletics program is receiving support from Memorial Hermann Health System for its planned state-of-the-art Houston Football Operations Center and scholarships for Houston’s student-athletes. In recognition of the agreement, the University has awarded Memorial Hermann naming rights to the center.
Social Media
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Nick Pomes
Senior Manager of University Social Media
nmpomes@uh.edu
713-743-8911 -
Zoe Fein
University Social Media Specialist
zfein@central.uh.edu
713-743-5840
Executive & Internal Communications
The Executive and Internal Communications team shares important information with the campus community through the UH Today e-newsletter, and provides a wide range of editorial support for the Office of the President and other executive units.
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Carrie Taylor
Communications Director
cataylor10@uh.edu
713-743-7287 -
India Ogazi
Communications Director
iogazi@uh.edu
713-743-4347
Academic Communications
The Academic Communications team leads communication efforts within the Office of the Provost, including crafting and distributing academic news and messages, and supporting the provost’s key initiatives.
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Mike Emery
Executive Director of University Communication
pemery@uh.edu
713-743-7197 -
Kevin Kao
Senior Graphic Designer
kfkao@central.uh.edu
713-743-1031 -
Celina Sandoval
Communications Coordinator
cmsandoval@uh.edu
713-743-3774
University Marketing
University Marketing specializes in the development of integrated marketing and communication strategies to increase brand awareness and enhance the Universityʼs reputation. Our team partners with the UH community on institutional projects to ensure the integrity of the brand and help achieve University goals.
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Greg Ortiz
Creative Director
giortiz2@uh.edu
713-743-7308 -
Ben Corda
Art Director
bmcorda@uh.edu
713-743-1527 -
Shaina Escobedo-Milan
Assistant Director, University Marketing
smescob4@uh.edu
713-743-3674 -
Marcus Allen
Senior Graphic Designer
mallen7@uh.edu
713-743-0895 -
Enrique Garza
Senior Graphic Designer
egarza19@uh.edu
713-743-8909 -
Jeff Lautenberger
Videographer
jdlauten@central.uh.edu
713-743-3054 -
Jonathan Burke
Photographer/Videographer 3
jburke7@uh.edu
713-743-5014
Digital Strategy
The Digital Strategy team is responsible for the online advancement and support of UMC goals and the President’s strategic initiatives. We work to deliver an industry-leading website and award-winning app by identifying and implementing emerging trends and technologies.

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Deana Kreitz
Director, Online Marketing & User Experience
dlkreitz@uh.edu
713-743-0565 -
Kyle Stehling ('08)
User Interface / User Experience (UI/UX) Manager
ksstehling@uh.edu
832-842-6171 -
Marie McCombs
Web Project Manager
mmccombs@central.uh.edu -
Brianna Martin
Lead Front-end Developer
bmartin11@uh.edu
713-743-3530 -
Christy Chen
Web Developer II
ychen260@central.uh.edu

UH Go App
The UH Go app is your fast pass to everything UH. You can find and pay for meals, view your grades and explore life on campus.
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Melanie Lankford
Mobile Responsive Designer
mklankfo@uh.edu
713-743-6945
Brand Management, Licensing & Trademarks
The Brand Management, Licensing & Trademarks team, which includes Creative Services, builds, stewards and protects the integrity of the University’s brand through a framework of strong, consistent presentation of the UH brand in all arenas. The team ensures cohesive use of the brand guidelines and brand identity, including trademarks and logos, for all UH communications, marketing and licensed merchandise.
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Patrick Mulligan
Executive Director, Brand Management, Licensing and Trademarks
pjmulligan@uh.edu
713-743-5805 -
Nick Wilcockson
Assistant Director, Brand Management, Licensing and Trademarks
nwilcockson@uh.edu
713-743-4836 -
Michael Blanchard
Program Manager I
mwblanchard@uh.edu
713-743-7919
Brand Fundamentals
The foundations of our messaging: Who we are and how we sound, including our Brand Pillars and Personality Traits.
Brand Identity
Willing to take risks, work hard, make tough choices and explore, even in the face of uncertainty or challenges. Undaunted.
Brand Protection
How to use the UH brand: Guidance for UH students, faculty, staff, licensees and third parties.
Brand Resources
A warmth, openness and acceptance of all. Genuine in our word and our tone.
Business Services
The Business Services team keeps the division operating at full throttle by providing the administrative, financial, IT and human resources support for UMC. We are responsible for budgeting, accounting and strategic oversight of the division’s information technology.
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Jason Gregory
Director, Division Business Operations
jgregory2@uh.edu
713-743-1834 -
Sharon House
Department Business Administrator
shouse@uh.edu
713-743-9520 -
Jarred Buchanan
Apple/Mac Desktop Specialist
jbuchanan@uh.edu
713-743-3694